Community Open Day a success for Kangaroo Flat

On Sunday 22 April, Kangaroo Flat Fire Brigade opened its doors to the community.

Community

Members of the public undertaking an extinguisher challenge

Between 10am and 2pm, the brigade held a number of activities, demonstrations, and stalls for members of the public to come and view, try and experience.

It is estimated that approximately 500-600 people passed through the station during the Open Day.

KFFB invited other agencies and services to attend also, which saw an ambulance from Ambulance Victoria, a rescue unit from Bendigo SES, a highway patrol vehicle from Victoria Police and the Bendigo CFA ladder platform - as well as other historic fire trucks (including an 1890s Shand Mason horse-drawn fire escape ladder).

Guided station tours were popular with the local community, as well as the many varied firefighting demonstrations and SES undertaking a mock rescue.

The younger generations were more than looked after also, with fairy floss, jumping castle, giant board games and popcorn.

This Open Day was the second of its kind since the brigade officially opened its doors in 2016.

SES and Fire Brigade volunteers working together!

Author: James O'Brien